1974 Map of Lake Shastina SW

About this map

Lake Shastina anchors the southeastern corner of this orthophotoquad, revealing the complex water systems of Siskiyou County during the mid-1970s. The photographic imagery captures the stark transition between the reservoir's shoreline and the surrounding agricultural and volcanic landscape. This specific survey documents the flow of the Shastina River and Parks Creek, providing a literal look at the hydrology and land use before subsequent decades of development. North of the lake, the area known as Big Springs stands out against the textured terrain, where field patterns and drainage networks illustrate the region's reliance on these vital water sources. The map serves as a primary record of the surface conditions and parcel boundaries as they existed during the 1974 aerial survey.